The Distribution of Surplus Gained When Private Parties Solve an Externality

question 95

Multiple Choice

The distribution of surplus gained when private parties solve an externality problem on their own, under the Coase theorem, is dependent on:

• A)which party has more power to enforce the solution.
• B)which party has more negotiating power or wealth.
• C)where the initial rights of the parties lie.
• D)None of these are true.

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